10/10 Excellent
Franc M.
30 Oct, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Franc M.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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Riverside Pied a Terre, in Town, Two Acre Garden
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroomSleeps 4525 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Fordingbridge, England
- New Forest National Park3 min drive
- Salisbury Cathedral21 min drive
- Paultons Family Theme Park - Home of Peppa Pig World28 min drive
- Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)20 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Sitting Room (cosy)
1 Double Futon
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Riverside Pied a Terre, in Town, Two Acre Garden
DESCRIPTION
Riverside Lodge is an additional holiday rental adjacent to popular Weir Cottage, also listed on this site.
Totally refurbished in 2020, Riverside Lodge offers bijou, high quality accommodation throughout. Cosy and independly gas centrally heated. Downstairs, a luxury fitted kitchen and cloakroom with French doors to a deck & outside seating. Upstairs, a small sitting area, QLED TV, queen sized bedroom & lovely shower room. PLEASE NOTE OPEN TREAD, PADDLE STAIRS ARE UNSUITABLE UNLESS SURE-FOOTED. SOME HEADROOM RESTRICTION UPSTAIRS.
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THE SPACE
There is no separate cleaning charge but we ask that the property is respected and left clean and tidy. The Lodge is exceptionally well equipped. The kitchen has quality quartz work surfaces and Neff appliances. Upstairs the small sitting area has a three seater bed/settee that would be suitable for maximum two children sharing what becomes a double bed accessed from one side. It is not suitable for toddlers nor younger kids because of the steep stairs. Not suitable for two couples sharing as the sitting area and bedroom is semi-open plan and only upstairs WC/Shower room is at the far side of the bedroom. There is a cloakroom with WC on the ground floor. Please note no bath tub, but spacious shower with very high quality fittings. Quality linen and towels ARE provided.
Upstairs is very light and cosy with restricted headroom in places. Dormer windows to one side and a window overlooking the beautiful garden and river. Off street parking for one car. Arguably, Riverside Lodge has the best position of all three units at the address.
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GUEST ACCESS
Riverside Lodge has its own wooden deck immediately off the kitchen French doors. Al fresco dining not shared with others. Elsewhere the other two cottages also have their own outside dining spaces. The rest of the two acre garden is effectively shared. Children must be accompanied at all times outside as there is unfenced river, ponds and even a fast flowing weir. The garden is used by guests at their own risk. The lower garden and boardwalks in particular have multiple trip and water hazards.
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OTHER DETAILS TO NOTE
Stairs are steep, paddle design. Must go up and down left, right, left etc (not two feet on one tread!). Easy but unusual.
Large sofa only for two children sharing and used to regular bed (not adult couple)
Water and trip hazards in garden
Riverside Lodge is an additional holiday rental adjacent to popular Weir Cottage, also listed on this site.
Totally refurbished in 2020, Riverside Lodge offers bijou, high quality accommodation throughout. Cosy and independly gas centrally heated. Downstairs, a luxury fitted kitchen and cloakroom with French doors to a deck & outside seating. Upstairs, a small sitting area, QLED TV, queen sized bedroom & lovely shower room. PLEASE NOTE OPEN TREAD, PADDLE STAIRS ARE UNSUITABLE UNLESS SURE-FOOTED. SOME HEADROOM RESTRICTION UPSTAIRS.
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THE SPACE
There is no separate cleaning charge but we ask that the property is respected and left clean and tidy. The Lodge is exceptionally well equipped. The kitchen has quality quartz work surfaces and Neff appliances. Upstairs the small sitting area has a three seater bed/settee that would be suitable for maximum two children sharing what becomes a double bed accessed from one side. It is not suitable for toddlers nor younger kids because of the steep stairs. Not suitable for two couples sharing as the sitting area and bedroom is semi-open plan and only upstairs WC/Shower room is at the far side of the bedroom. There is a cloakroom with WC on the ground floor. Please note no bath tub, but spacious shower with very high quality fittings. Quality linen and towels ARE provided.
Upstairs is very light and cosy with restricted headroom in places. Dormer windows to one side and a window overlooking the beautiful garden and river. Off street parking for one car. Arguably, Riverside Lodge has the best position of all three units at the address.
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GUEST ACCESS
Riverside Lodge has its own wooden deck immediately off the kitchen French doors. Al fresco dining not shared with others. Elsewhere the other two cottages also have their own outside dining spaces. The rest of the two acre garden is effectively shared. Children must be accompanied at all times outside as there is unfenced river, ponds and even a fast flowing weir. The garden is used by guests at their own risk. The lower garden and boardwalks in particular have multiple trip and water hazards.
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OTHER DETAILS TO NOTE
Stairs are steep, paddle design. Must go up and down left, right, left etc (not two feet on one tread!). Easy but unusual.
Large sofa only for two children sharing and used to regular bed (not adult couple)
Water and trip hazards in garden
Property manager
Shane Dowling
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Water view
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)
Children
Children allowed: ages 3–17
Large Sofa Shared. Semi open-plan to bedroom.
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Fordingbridge
Located in Fordingbridge, this cottage is on a river. Fordingbridge Museum and Breamore House and Countryside Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Bramshaw Golf Club and Go Ape at Moors Valley Ringwood. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Southampton Skating or Salisbury Racecourse. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Fordingbridge, England
What's nearby
- New Forest National Park - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
- Breamore House and Countryside Museum - 9 min drive - 6.7 km
- Salisbury Cathedral - 21 min drive - 20.9 km
- Paultons Family Theme Park - Home of Peppa Pig World - 28 min drive - 39.8 km
- Southampton Cruise Terminal - 37 min drive - 52.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Champagne Chinese Take Away - 13 min drive
- Altrullo - 14 min drive
- The Ship Inn - 3 min walk
- Costa Coffee - 13 min drive
- Cafe Aroma - 13 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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10/10
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10/10
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10/10
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10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Thomas R.
12 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
New Forest
Thomas R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
8/10 Good
Adrian
8 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Adrian
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
AM K.
6 Jun, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect home from home.
AM K.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lee O.
4 Jun, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect bolthole in the New Forest
Lee O.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Carly T.
16 Feb, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely accommodation in a peaceful setting
Carly T.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
About the host
Hosted by Shane Dowling
Had a career in banking and thankfully retired a long time ago! Mid 60's now. This address is my home but it is in three parts. Duck Cottage (not usually availble to rent); Weir Cottage (also on this site); Riverside Lodge (this listing). My parner has a house in Salisbury so Iwe are often there or abroad. You may or may not see me! If I'm at home I will not intrude but I like to welcome gusts if I can.
Why they chose this property
Warm and cozy, independently centrally heated. Since buying the cottage many improvements have been made too numerous to mention. The garden is a particular feature. Riverside Lodge is part of the detached, garage structure (above and behind) and over two floors. Kitchen and cloakroom is at groundfloor level and upstairs bedroom, small sitting are with sofabed suitable for two children sharing the bed and an ensuite shower. It was totally renovated in mid 2020 only opening (briefly) to guests in August, 2020. It is eeffectively brand new in most respects.
The bedroom is semi open-plan to the sitting area but divided by a wall and stairwell approximately the length of the bed. So, whilst there is no door between the two areas it is well screened.
The bedroom is semi open-plan to the sitting area but divided by a wall and stairwell approximately the length of the bed. So, whilst there is no door between the two areas it is well screened.
What makes this property unique
Beautiful garden and close to national park. Only 200m to shops, pubs and restaurants. Own outside seating area with table and chairs. Off road parking.
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